a motor vehicle or RV towing a trailer not designed as an accommodation for camping, e.g., utility/cargo, or boat trailer.

A camping party may also include a tent or tents, if suitably accommodated on the campsite pad. A camping party may be allowed a second motor vehicle not designed as an accommodation for camping on the campsite for an additional ½ of the camping fee (to a maximum of $12/night).

How can I make a reservation?

Reservations can be made for many frontcountry campgrounds and group sites as well as controlled backcountry permit areas such as Berg Lake Trail (Mount Robson), Bowron Lake Circuit or Garibaldi Park. For more information about reservations.

What is the difference between a reservation and registration?

Reservations are for a specific campsite, group site or day/time slot in one of the reservable parks or experiences.
A registration is a camping permit to prepay for your backcountry camping at a number of backcountry parks.

How long can I stay in a provincial park?

The maximum length of stay in any provincial park is 14 days per park, per calendar year. The exceptions to this rule are:

sẁiẁs (Haynes Point) Provincial Park has a maximum stay of 7 nights all year round.

Martha Creek, Mount Fernie, Porteau Cove, Loveland Bay and Ellison Provincial Parks have a maximum stay of 7 nights during the peak season only (June 15 to Labour Day inclusive).

What is winter camping and where is it available?

A few parks offer year-round camping opportunities however, the services provided during the off-season are minimal. A winter camping fee may be charged depending on the particular park.

Some parks allow walk-in camping to self-sufficient campers and/or have designated areas of the park available for off-season camping, even though the campground gates are closed.

To find out if parks are accessible for camping in the off-season, search via our BC Parks website by location, activity, or park name. The individual park pages have opening and closing dates and what services are available.

Are Drones (UAV) allowed to be used in provincial parks?

An unmanned air vehicle (UAV), better known as a drone, is a power-driven aircraft of any size that is designed to fly without a
human operator onboard and that may be remotely controlled or may have automated flight capability.
In response to a growing number of questions from the public and companies on the rules for UAV use in provincial parks, please review the following information:

Note: TC's federal flight requirements for recreational use of UAVs include distances from people, buildings, built-up areas, and animals (both domestic and wildlife), meaning there are few, if any, locations in BC Parks where permission to fly UAVs can be granted and the pilot would still able to meet the current federal flight requirements.

Are generators allowed in provincial parks?

Generator use is permitted between the hours of 9a.m. – 11a.m. and from 6p.m. – 8p.m. This policy was created to help reduce air pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, fuel consumption and noise levels. For more information.

Does BC Parks have a policy on vehicle idling?

BC Parks has an Idle Free policy in provincial parks that applies to both vehicles and boats moored within the boundaries of a protected area. For more information.

When are park gates closed?

Gates are closed from 11p.m. to 7a.m. This is also considered “quiet time” in most parks.
Please respect other campers’ right to enjoy a peaceful camping experience.

Are pets allowed in a provincial park?

Pets to be kept on a leash no longer than 2 metres (6 1/2 feet) or in a vehicle, at all times.

Pets to stay out of beach areas or park buildings, unless the area is designated “Pets permitted” by a sign.

Owners are responsible for behaviour of pets and the disposal of its excrement in a manner that does not inconvenience or annoy other park visitors.

Are parks patrolled by security or parks personnel to watch for noisy parties, vandals etc.?

Some parks, depending on the service level of the park, have either a full-time security presence or a part-time security presence provided by the campground operator.

Is hunting or carrying firearms allowed in parks?

No person shall possess or discharge a firearm, bows or crossbows in a park or recreation area except during an open season as specified under the “Wildlife Act” or as authorized. Hunting is permitted in some parks where the park’s management plan deems it appropriate. For more information about hunting.